Location
Southampton
Function
Research Infrastructure
Group
Research Ships Operations
Salary
£64,980
Closing Date
10/06/2026
Job Reference
NOC12247
About The Role
The UK's Fleet of Scientific Research Vessels provide the ocean‑going scientific platforms to support the UK’s worldwide oceanographic research programme. Research Infrastructure (RI) is part of the National Oceanography Centre (NOC), Southampton, a collaborative centre shared by United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI), NOC and the University of Southampton. RI is responsible for the operation and management of two UKRI‑owned research vessels as well as providing wider support in the coordination and management of the UKRI / Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) Marine Facility Programme.
About You
Experience to maintain all the electrical and electronic equipment on board the vessel, including the navigational and communications equipment, and to participate in the planning and execution of all electrical/electronic planned maintenance routines and repairs. Knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of modern engineering plant automated control systems and diesel and electric engines are required.
For this position, it is essential that you hold the following:
* Seafarer Medical Certificate (ENG1) without restrictions
* STCW basic safety training (Firefighting, Personal survival techniques, Personal safety & social responsibility, Elementary first aid)
* Passport with the right to work in the UK
* UK Discharge book
* High voltage
* STCW95 Certificate of Competency CoC ETO
* STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
* STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
* Designated Security duties
* Unrestricted worldwide travel
It is highly desirable that you should be able to demonstrate relevant experience of working on board a scientific research vessel or work in a similar marine sector (i.e. OSV, PSV, ERRV, DSV, etc), backed by evidence of appropriate specialist knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of complex overboard handling and lifting equipment.
Why NOC?
We offer a generous set of benefits, including:
* A 10% employer contribution pension scheme (with a 15% NI saving on employee contributions made above 5%, if in the salary sacrifice scheme)
* Death in Service (3 times annual salary) provided by Aviva from day one of employment, plus access to a range of other Aviva wellbeing services
* Financial support for relocation
* A salary sacrifice scheme for electric / hybrid vehicles (qualifying period applies)
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering free and confidential support on mental, physical, emotional, health and financial issues
* Access to a flexible benefits portal offering online discounts, cashback and eGift cards
* A Cycle2Work scheme allowing employees to acquire bikes and accessories
* A great working environment with a number of social events, including summer and Christmas celebrations
* We are proud to be a Living Wage Employer
Hours Of Work
Seagoing tours of duty will normally encompass at least two full scientific expeditions, or a minimum of two months although these tour periods may vary depending on the ship's operational programme. Leave is earned at the annual rate of 324 days for each year served on board and accrues at the rate of 27 days for each calendar month of service on board.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We actively encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position, as we strive to create a supportive and equitable environment where all voices are valued and heard. Those seeking employment at NOC are considered solely on their qualifications, skills and experience, without regard to gender, gender identity, age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, relationship status, family status (including pregnancy/maternity leave) or any other protected characteristic. There is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the position and declare a disability.
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